508-105 Dental Hygiene Process 1

Gain an overview of the basic Dental Hygienist technical/clinical skills including the use of basic dental equipment, examination of patients and procedures within the dental unit. Under the direct supervision of an instructor, integrate hands-on skills with entry-level critical thinking and problem solving skills. Dental health safety skills are also reinforced.

508-111 General & Oral Pathology

Determine when to consult, treat or refer clients with various disease, infection or physiological conditions. Recognize the signs, causes and implications of common pathological conditions including inflammatory responses, immune disorders, genetic disorders, developmental disorders of tissues and cysts, oral tissue trauma, and neoplasm of the oral cavity.

508-114 Dental Pharmacology

Understand how to select safe, effective patient pre-medication, local anesthetic, chemo therapeutic, and anti-microbial agents within the scope of dental hygiene practice. Learn to recognize potential pharmacological contraindications for specific patients and take measures to avoid negative impact or alert other members of the dental team to possible negative impact.

508-116 Dental Pain Management

Learn how to manage pain for dental patients and prevent and manage common emergencies related to administration of local anesthesia. Preparing the armamentarium, administering local anesthesia and recommending alternative pain control measures are also covered.

508-117 Dental Hygiene Process 4

With feedback from the instructor, manage all aspects of cases in providing comprehensive care for calculus case type 0, 1, 2 and 3 patients and for perio case type 0, 1, 2, and 3 patients. Maximization of clinical efficiency and effectiveness is emphasized. Gain preparation in demonstration of clinical skills in a formal exam situation.

801-136 English Composition 1

This course is designed for learners to develop knowledge and skills in all aspects of the writing process. Planning, organizing, writing, editing and revising are applied through a variety of activities. Students will analyze audience and purpose, use elements of research, and format documents using standard guidelines. Individuals will develop critical reading skills through analysis of various written documents.

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806-177 Gen Anatomy & Physiology

Examine basic concepts of human anatomy and physiology as they relate to the health sciences. Use a body systems approach to discover the interrelationships between structure and function at the gross and microscopic levels of organization in the human body. Develop the ability as a healthcare professional to apply the basic concepts of whole body anatomy and physiology to decision making and professional communication with colleagues and patients.

806-186 Intro to Biochemistry

Develop the skills and knowledge of organic and biological chemistry that are needed for nursing and other allied health careers. Learn how to recognize the structure, physical properties and chemical reactions of organic molecules, body fluids and acids. Study biological functions and their relationships to enzymes, proteins, lipids, carbohydrates and DNA.

806-197 Microbiology

Examine various concepts in microbiology such as microbial structure, metabolism, genetics and growth. Investigate the relationship that exists between humans and microorganisms. Discuss additional topics such as disease production, epidemiology, host defense mechanisms and the medical impact of microbes. Explore the role of microbes in the environment, industry and biotechnology.

809-172 Intro to Diversity Studies

This course draws from several disciplines to reaffirm the basic American values of justice and equality by teaching a basic vocabulary, history of immigration and conquest, principles of transcultural communication, legal liability and the value of aesthetic production to increase the probability of respectful encounters among people. In addition to an analysis of majority/minority relations in a multicultural context, the topics of ageism, religion, sexism, gender differences, sexual orientation, the disabled and the American Disability Act (ADA) are explored. Ethnic relations are studied in global and comparative perspectives.

809-196 Intro to Sociology

Understand the basic concepts of sociology, including culture, socialization, social stratification and multiculturalism, along with the five institutions: family, government, economics, religion and education. Other topics include demography, deviance, technology, environment, social issues, social change, social organization and workplace issues.

809-199 Psychology of Human Relations

Examine the principles of interaction as applied to human relations at home and on the job. Explore topics such as self-concept, personality development, learning, motivation, emotions, stress, human relations processes and special relationships.